Clarete, RamonBurgos, Rey Emmanuel O.Sison, Ramilio C.2025-01-232025-01-232008-03https://selib.upd.edu.ph/etdir/handle/123456789/4215This paper examines the effects of the transaction costs variables on inter- regional trade (domestic exports) and regional international exports. The transaction costs-related variables are teledensity, financial management capability and road infrastructure. The study's results indicate that the higher the transaction costs of a region, the lower would be its inter-regional commodity flows and international exports. They highlight the significance of trade related support services to building up the country's export capability in response to trade liberalization.enExportTradeFinancial managementCommodityRegional tradeThesis